Grace Jones ‘Excited’ to Receive Jamaica National Honour
(Jamaica Information Service) Fashion icon, singer, actress, author and film producer, Grace Jones, will on Monday (October 15) add member of the Order of Jamaica (OJ) to her list of stellar accomplishments.
The nation’s fifth highest honour will be conferred upon the Jamaican-born international superstar at the annual ceremony of investiture and presentation of National Honours and Awards on the lawns of King’s House in St. Andrew.
Ms. Jones, who is being recognised for her exceptional contribution to the field of entertainment internationally, is among four Jamaicans to be conferred with the OJ.
The others are Godfrey Dyer for contribution in the field of tourism; Earl Jarrett for exceptional contribution to the banking and financial sectors, public service and volunteerism; and Giuseppe Maffesanti for exceptional contribution to the construction industry, social development, welfare and philanthropy.
Ms. Jones, whose exotic beauty captured the fashion world, is known for her work with prominent fashion houses, such as Yves St. Laurent and Kenzo, and appearing on the covers of Elle and Vogue. She has also recorded popular albums, including Warm Leatherette, Nightclubbing and Slave to the Rhythm.
During a recent interview with JIS News, Ms. Jones expressed gratitude to the Government.
“I am excited. It is a great honour. I love Jamaica so much, which makes it even better… . This award is very special,” she says.
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